here 1 of 3

adverb

Definition of herenext
as in today

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here

2 of 3

adjective

as in present

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here

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noun

as in there

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of here
Adverb
From here, the choice is yours to sit, rest and enjoy the moon rise. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 Bovines are a blessing The sentiment comes from the respect people here have for cows, seen for many generations as providers of sustenance and prosperity. — Fatma Tanis, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026
Adjective
Brondello commended the efforts of here players postgame. — Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2025 And the here part, which has a different meaning to each character, is all part of the fabric. — Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 27 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for here
Recent Examples of Synonyms for here
  1. currently
  2. present
  3. there
  4. now
  5. section
  6. anymore
  7. right now
Adverb
  • On the left, Harvey Barnes is currently first-choice, while Newcastle agreed a deal potentially rising to around £50million for Bazoumana Toure in July.
    — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The second victim is currently in the hospital in stable condition.
    — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of currently
Adjective
  • Kayley and Nathan’s efforts are intercut with Kasandra opening her birthday present from Jeff (whose airways are now totally clear), a $100,000 diamond necklace.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Commissioners Steve Harrelson and Raymond Jarvis were present while Michael White, the chairman, was absent.
    — Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of present
Noun
  • The viral Chanel shoes are products of a popular barley-there shoe trend that has recently been taking over the runways, one that includes PVC and jelly shoes.
    — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Heather Graham is making the most of her Italian Riviera getaway by soaking up the sun in a parade of barely-there swimsuits.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of there
Adverb
  • Her light ripples and will forever ripple, and will shine even brighter now.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The scientists now plan to collaborate with cement industry stakeholders to determine if the technology can be scaled for mass production.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of now
Noun
  • The judge later ruled in late 2024 that the two sections were unconstitutional.
    — Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The goddess Gayatri, a divine manifestation of the Gayatri mantra, is described in the Mahanarayana Upanishad as having five heads, along with three feet, six abdominal sections, and 24 syllables.
    — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of section
Adverb
  • Some parents told us their kids don't want to take the bus anymore.
    — Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Because technology for technology’s sake isn’t enough anymore.
    — Jesse Kirshbaum, SPIN, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of anymore
Adverb
  • Counsell said the players aren’t worrying about postseason positioning right now.
    — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Howell could be the safer option right now, but Milton has the higher upside.
    — Jon Machota, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of right now

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“Here.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/here. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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